SABOTAGE OPERATIONS IRAN
Iran's Bandar Abbas port explosion death toll rises to 40
A massive explosion at Iran's Bandar Abbas port, a major container hub, has resulted in at least 40 fatalities and over 1,200 injuries. While the exact cause is under investigation, mishandling of chemicals is suspected, though the government denies claims of missile-related materials.
What to know about why Israel launched dozens of attacks across Gaza, raising fears of all-out war
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas collapsed as Israel launched attacks on Gaza, killing over 320 people. The ceasefire ended due to disagreements over the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered the strikes, signaling a potential return to full-scale war. The situation remains volatile with potential regional repercussions.
Pentagon halts 'offensive' cyber strikes on Russia as Trump courts Putin for Ukraine talks
U.S. Cyber Command has halted offensive operations against Russia under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's orders. This move is intended to encourage President Vladimir Putin to engage in negotiations over Ukraine and potentially reshape the U.S.-Russia relationship. The suspension raises concerns about ongoing Russian cyber threats and influence campaigns.
Israel Defense Forces arrest terror operative in Syria
Israeli commandos arrested Syrian national Ali Suleiman al-Aadi, working with Iranian agents, gathering intelligence on Israeli forces. This action followed Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military bases and increased threats from Iran. US Gen. Kurilla's visit and American B-52 bombers deployment in the Middle East add to the tension.
Israel's secret weapon against Iran can be a deadly option
After Iran launched missiles at Israel, Netanyahu warned of significant repercussions, hinting at potential strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. While the US seeks a restrained response to prevent regional war, Israel considers military or cyber attacks, highlighting its technological prowess and potential escalation risks.
Iran's Guards ban communications devices after strike on Hezbollah, security officials say
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps has ordered members to stop using communication devices after explosions in Lebanon killed 39 people. The IRGC is inspecting all devices and investigating personnel for potential infiltration by Israeli agents. Security measures at Iran's nuclear and missile facilities have been significantly increased.
Here's how CIA and Mossad disrupted Iran's nuclear program using a computer virus
In 2009, the CIA and Mossad launched a cyber operation using the Stuxnet malware to disrupt Iran's nuclear program. The sophisticated virus targeted centrifuges at the Natanz facility, causing significant delays. However, its spread beyond Iran led to global cybersecurity concerns, including in India.
Iran executes 4 men convicted of planning sabotage and alleged links with Israel's Mossad spy agency
Iran executed four men, accusing them of planning sabotage and having links with Israel's Mossad. The individuals were convicted of targeting an Iranian defense ministry factory in 2022, allegedly with Mossad's involvement. The execution followed the Supreme Court upholding death sentences. Iran and Israel have a history of accusing each other of espionage, reflecting their longstanding regional tensions. Iran, which does not recognize Israel, supports anti-Israeli militant groups in the region. The recent execution adds to a series of actions highlighting their adversarial relationship.
A suspected cyberattack paralyzes the majority of gas stations across Iran
Israeli media, including the Times of Israel, blamed the problem on an attack by a hacker group dubbed "Gonjeshke Darande" or predatory sparrow.
Iran claims foiling Israeli sabotage plot against ballistic missile production
Iran's claim of foiling an Israeli sabotage plot targeting its ballistic missile production underscores the ongoing tensions and covert confrontations between the two nations.
Iran accuses Israel of supplying potentially exploding parts for ballistic missile program
Israel did not immediately acknowledge the accusation, made in a report aired on Iranian state television. The report described the alleged Israeli operation as "one of the biggest attempts at sabotage" it had ever seen. It accused Israeli Mossad agents of supplying the faulty parts, which the state TV report described as low-price "connectors." Footage aired by state TV showed the alleged parts, some of them popping up into the air.
U.S. was not involved in Iran nuclear site incident -White House
"The U.S. was not involved in any manner," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said in response to questions. "We have nothing to add on speculation about the causes or the impacts." Iran vowed revenge for what it described as an act of "nuclear terrorism" that caused an electricity outage in one of the production halls at the uranium enrichment plant.
Iran blames Israel for Natanz nuclear plant outage, vows revenge
If Israel was responsible, it would further heighten tensions between the two nations, already engaged in a shadow conflict across the wider Middle East. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who met Sunday with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, has vowed to do everything in his power to stop efforts to revive a nuclear deal between Iran and world powers.
Explained: Iran atomic sites targeted by diplomacy and sabotage
The attack Sunday at Natanz comes as world powers try to negotiate a return by Iran and the U.S. to Tehran's atomic accord. The sabotage threatens to upend those negotiations and further heighten regional tensions across the Mideast.
'Suspicious' blackout strikes Iran's Natanz nuclear site
As Iranian officials investigated the outage, many Israeli media outlets offered the similar assessment that a cyberattack darkened Natanz and damaged a facility that is home to sensitive centrifuges. While the reports offered no sourcing for the evaluation, Israeli media maintains a close relationship with the country's military and intelligence agencies.
Israel pledges to work with United States on Iran
Netanyahu has said Israel will not be bound by a renewed deal, which he describes as a temporary cap on Iranian nuclear capabilities that would pave the way to bomb-production in the longer-run. Tehran says its atomic ambitions are purely peaceful.
Iran says it has arrested head of US-based 'terrorist group' accused of 2008 bombing incident
"Jamshid Sharmahd, who was leading armed and sabotage operations inside Iran, is now in the powerful hands" of Iran's security forces, state television said, citing an intelligence ministry statement. It did not elaborate on where or when the alleged leader of the opposition royalist group known as the Kingdom Assembly of Iran, or Tondar (Farsi for Thunder), was detained.
John Kerry gave a revealing answer on whether the US will help protect Iran's nuclear program
One of the most effective acts of geopolitical cyberwar in modern history was launched by Israel at the Iranian nuclear program.
Israel spied on US-Iran nuclear talks: Report
Israel spied on US talks with Iran on Islamic Republic's controversial nuclear programme and shared the inside information with American legislators.
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